Donald A. Comfort

Donald A. Comfort is an Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering at the University of Dayton, with a joint appointment in Bioengineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University (2006), an M.S. from the same institution (2002), and a B.S. from Case Western Reserve University (2000). His research focuses on bioenergy, carbohydrate enzymology, microbial bioremediation, and the metabolism of hyperthermophiles. He has also explored nanotechnology applications, including gold nanorod synthesis and their biomedical implications.

His professional affiliations include the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE). Prior to academia, he worked at Wyeth Biotech (2006-2008). His publications span nanomaterial characterization, enzymatic mechanisms, and biotechnological applications. Despite the listed publications, specific grants or advising roles are not detailed in the provided texts.

Dr. Comfort is based in Kettering Laboratories, Room 524, and can be reached via phone at 937-229-2692.